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Ohtani elected to start at DH in 4th straight All-Star Game, joins Judge as only holdovers
Read full article: Ohtani elected to start at DH in 4th straight All-Star Game, joins Judge as only holdoversShohei Ohtani has become the first player elected to start at designated hitter in four straight All-Star Games.
Spring training preview: The Dodgers won the offseason. Will it buy them a championship?
Read full article: Spring training preview: The Dodgers won the offseason. Will it buy them a championship?Money can buy lots of things, including Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, a pair of Japanese superstars that set the Los Angeles Dodgers back more than $1 billion.
Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear
Read full article: Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clearJose Altuve hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros, after getting into another bench-clearing scuffle with the Texas Rangers, rallied for a 5-4 victory in a wild and testy Game 5 of the AL Championship Series.
Abreu, Alvarez and Altuve help Astros pull even in ALCS with 10-3 win over Rangers in Game 4
Read full article: Abreu, Alvarez and Altuve help Astros pull even in ALCS with 10-3 win over Rangers in Game 4José Abreu hit a three-run homer right after Yordan Alvarez’s tiebreaking sacrifice fly, and the Houston Astros pulled even in the AL Championship Series with a 10-3 victory over the Texas Rangers in Game 4.
Altuve and Javier lead Astros to 8-5 win at Rangers as Houston closes to 2-1 in ALCS
Read full article: Altuve and Javier lead Astros to 8-5 win at Rangers as Houston closes to 2-1 in ALCSJose Altuve homered, Cristian Javier worked into the sixth inning of another solid postseason start and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 8-5, closing to 2-1 in the AL Championship Series.
Scherzer roughed up by Astros in return from injury, leaving with Rangers down 5 in loss
Read full article: Scherzer roughed up by Astros in return from injury, leaving with Rangers down 5 in lossMax Scherzer was roughed up again by the Houston Astros, this time in Game 3 of the AL Championship Series.
Verlander holds Twins scoreless, Alvarez and Altuve power Astros to 6-4 victory in ALDS opener
Read full article: Verlander holds Twins scoreless, Alvarez and Altuve power Astros to 6-4 victory in ALDS openerJustin Verlander pitched six shutout innings, Yordan Alvarez homered twice and the Houston Astros held on for a 6-4 win over the Minnesota Twins in their AL Division Series opener.
Altuve homers 3 times, Maldonado twice as Astros pummel reeling Rangers 14-1
Read full article: Altuve homers 3 times, Maldonado twice as Astros pummel reeling Rangers 14-1Jose Altuve homered his first three times up, starting with a pair off All-Star right-hander Nathan Eovaldi in his return from the injured list, and the Houston Astros pummeled the Texas Rangers 14-1.
Dubón and Altuve go back-to-back twice, Astros hit 5 homers in 13-6 win over Rangers
Read full article: Dubón and Altuve go back-to-back twice, Astros hit 5 homers in 13-6 win over RangersMauricio Dubón and Jose Altuve twice hit back-to-back home runs, rookie catcher Yainer Diaz had a three-run shot to cap Houston’s big seventh inning, and the Astros beat the struggling Texas Rangers 13-6.
Jose Altuve hits 2-run HR to complete 1st cycle of his career, Astros crush Red Sox 13-5
Read full article: Jose Altuve hits 2-run HR to complete 1st cycle of his career, Astros crush Red Sox 13-5Jose Altuve completed the first cycle of his career with a two-run homer over the Green Monster in the eighth inning, and the Houston Astros rolled past the Boston Red Sox 13-5.
Astros' Framber Valdez holds Tigers hitless through 7 innings
Read full article: Astros' Framber Valdez holds Tigers hitless through 7 inningsFramber Valdez of the Houston Astros pitched seven no-hit innings against the Detroit Tigers, then was removed after matching his career high with 114 pitches.
Kyle Tucker's 9th-inning grand slam off Félix Bautista lifts Astros to 7-6 victory over Orioles
Read full article: Kyle Tucker's 9th-inning grand slam off Félix Bautista lifts Astros to 7-6 victory over OriolesKyle Tucker’s grand slam off Félix Bautista in the top of the ninth inning gave the Houston Astros a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Dodgers edge defending champion Astros 3-2 as LA fans rain down boos on Altuve and Bregman
Read full article: Dodgers edge defending champion Astros 3-2 as LA fans rain down boos on Altuve and BregmanMichael Busch doubled in the go-ahead in the fourth inning, Mookie Betts homered and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Houston Astros 3-2 in an acrimonious game.
Astros send A's to most losses through 53 games to start season since 1900
Read full article: Astros send A's to most losses through 53 games to start season since 1900Hunter Brown struck out a career-high 10 over seven innings and retired 16 straight hitters during one stretch, Corey Julks drove in three runs on a pair of singles and the Houston Astros bounced back from being shut out the two previous games to beat the Oakland Athletics 5-2.
World Baseball Classic keeps growing despite injury risks
Read full article: World Baseball Classic keeps growing despite injury risksThis year’s World Baseball Classic left lasting memories, 47 games over two weeks that restored Japan’s supremacy and reinforced Shohei Ohtani’s unmatched ability while expanding the sport’s global footprint.
WBC returns in March 2026, retaining spring training slot
Read full article: WBC returns in March 2026, retaining spring training slotThe World Baseball Classic will return for its sixth edition in March 2026, with organizers concluding spring training remains a better time than after the World Series or in the middle of the major league season.
Altuve may be out 'a while' due to hand injury, Baker says
Read full article: Altuve may be out 'a while' due to hand injury, Baker saysHouston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve seems headed for a lengthy stint on the injured list after being hit on the hand with a pitch while playing for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.
Astros celebrate, Cubs-Cardinals in London mark schedule
Read full article: Astros celebrate, Cubs-Cardinals in London mark scheduleBaseball's 2023 season begins with another celebration for the Houston Astros, and Jacob deGrom returns to New York on another big day on this year's major league schedule.
Javier, 'pen hold Phils hitless through 8 innings in Game 4
Read full article: Javier, 'pen hold Phils hitless through 8 innings in Game 4Cristian Javier, Bryan Abreu and Rafael Montero held the Philadelphia Phillies hitless through eight innings in Game 4 of the World Series, and the Houston Astros led 5-0 after knocking out Aaron Nola in a five-run fifth.
Harper, Phillies tie World Series mark with 5 HR, top Astros
Read full article: Harper, Phillies tie World Series mark with 5 HR, top AstrosBryce Harper and Alec Bohm helped the Philadelphia Phillies hit a World Series record-tying five home runs in a 7-0 win over the Houston Astros in Game 3 of the World Series.
Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1
Read full article: Astros burst ahead, beat Phillies 5-2, tie World Series 1-1Framber Valdez made a five-run lead stand up after Houston’s lightning first-inning burst, Alex Bregman homered and the Astros beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 to tie the World Series at one game apiece.
Cortes hurt, leaves after tying 3-run HR in ALCS Game 4
Read full article: Cortes hurt, leaves after tying 3-run HR in ALCS Game 4Yankees All-Star pitcher Nestor Cortes left Game 4 of the AL Championship Series with an injured left groin after allowing a three-run homer to Houston’s Jeremy Pena in the third inning.
Javier, Astros romp 5-0 over Yanks, Cole, take 3-0 ALCS lead
Read full article: Javier, Astros romp 5-0 over Yanks, Cole, take 3-0 ALCS leadCristian Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on a three-hitter, Chas McCormick followed a dropped flyball with an early two-run homer and the Astros beat Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees 5-0 to take a 3-0 AL Championship Series lead.
Altuve engages with fan who rushed field for selfie in ALCS
Read full article: Altuve engages with fan who rushed field for selfie in ALCSAstros star Jose Altuve was more than happy to oblige when a fan ran onto the field and asked the Houston second baseman to take a selfie with him during Game 2 of the AL Championship Series against the New York Yankees.
Bregman HR as Valdez, Astros edge Yankees 3-2, lead ALCS 2-0
Read full article: Bregman HR as Valdez, Astros edge Yankees 3-2, lead ALCS 2-0Alex Bregman hit an early three-run homer, Framber Valdez pitched seven strong innings and the Houston Astros edged the New York Yankees 3-2 to take a 2-0 lead in the AL Championship Series.
Verlander Ks 11 to lead Astros over Yankees 4-2 in ALCS
Read full article: Verlander Ks 11 to lead Astros over Yankees 4-2 in ALCSJustin Verlander struck out 11 in six strong innings and Yuli Gurriel, Chas McCormick and Jeremy Peña all homered to power the Houston Astros to a 4-2 win over the New York Yankees in their AL Championship Series opener.
Alvarez homers again, Astros top Mariners 4-2, lead ALDS 2-0
Read full article: Alvarez homers again, Astros top Mariners 4-2, lead ALDS 2-0Yordan Alvarez and his mighty bat did it yet again, launching a go-ahead, two-run homer in the sixth inning off Seattle ace Luis Castillo that lifted the Houston Astros over the Mariners 4-2 for a 2-0 lead in the AL Division Series.
Alvarez hits 3-run HR vs Ray in 9th, Astros jolt M's in ALDS
Read full article: Alvarez hits 3-run HR vs Ray in 9th, Astros jolt M's in ALDSYordan Alvarez smashed a game-ending, three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning off Robbie Ray, wrecking Seattle’s strategy of using a Cy Young Award winner in a rare relief role and vaulting the Houston Astros over the Mariners 8-7 in their playoff opener.
Verlander returns to playoffs as Astros host Seattle in ALDS
Read full article: Verlander returns to playoffs as Astros host Seattle in ALDSWhen Justin Verlander takes the mound for the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the AL Division Series on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners, it will have been almost three years since his last playoff appearance.
Phillies down Astros for 1st playoff berth since 2011
Read full article: Phillies down Astros for 1st playoff berth since 2011Aaron Nola took a perfect game into the seventh inning and Kyle Schwarber homered twice as the Philadelphia Phillies clinched their first playoff berth in 11 years with a 3-0 win over the Houston Astros Monday night.
Trout HR 6th game in row; Ohtani blister, Angels top Astros
Read full article: Trout HR 6th game in row; Ohtani blister, Angels top AstrosMike Trout homered in his sixth straight game to set an Angels franchise record, Shohei Ohtani threw five solid innings before exiting because of a blister and Los Angeles beat the Houston Astros 6-1.
Verlander 6 no-hit innings, 16th W; Astros top Correa, Twins
Read full article: Verlander 6 no-hit innings, 16th W; Astros top Correa, TwinsJustin Verlander was pulled after pitching six no-hit innings in his major league-leading 16th win and the Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 4-2 in Carlos Correa’s return to Houston.
Tucker, Urquidy power Astros past Braves as Ozuna hears boos
Read full article: Tucker, Urquidy power Astros past Braves as Ozuna hears boosAtlanta outfielder Marcell Ozuna was booed by the home fans in his return, Kyle Tucker singled to drive in Yordan Alvarez for the go-ahead run in the eighth and the Houston Astros beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 to avoid a three-game sweep.
Toro pinch-hits for hurt J-Rod, leads Mariners past Astros
Read full article: Toro pinch-hits for hurt J-Rod, leads Mariners past AstrosAbraham Toro pinch-hit for injured All-Star Julio Rodriguez and delivered a two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning as the Seattle Mariners rallied past the AL-West leading Houston Astros 5-4.
Verlander 1st 13-game winner, Astros beat Mariners 3-1
Read full article: Verlander 1st 13-game winner, Astros beat Mariners 3-1Justin Verlander became the major leagues’ first 13-game winner, striking out nine and topping 99 mph in his final inning to lead the Houston Astros over the Seattle Mariners 3-1.
Trout joins Harper on All-Star sidelines, 6 players added
Read full article: Trout joins Harper on All-Star sidelines, 6 players addedLos Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout will miss the All-Star Game because of back spasms, joining Bryce Harper on the sidelines and depriving the showcase of two of baseball’s best-known players.
Altuve, Arenado, Chisholm, Rodón won't play in All-Star Game
Read full article: Altuve, Arenado, Chisholm, Rodón won't play in All-Star GameHouston second baseman Jose Altuve, San Francisco Giants pitcher Carlos Rodón, St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado and Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr won’t be playing in Tuesday’s All-Star Game.
Ohtani a 2-way All-Star again; 6 Yankees, 5 Braves, Astros
Read full article: Ohtani a 2-way All-Star again; 6 Yankees, 5 Braves, AstrosLos Angeles Angels sensation Shohei Ohtani repeated as a two-way All-Star when he was picked for the AL pitching staff, two days after he was elected to start at designated hitter.
Trout, Ohtani, Betts, Turner to start All-Star Game in LA
Read full article: Trout, Ohtani, Betts, Turner to start All-Star Game in LAMike Trout and Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels were elected Friday to start in the July 19 All-Star Game along with outfielders Mookie Betts and Trea Turner of the host Dodgers.
Trout's slump worsens, Astros strike out 20 to sweep Angels
Read full article: Trout's slump worsens, Astros strike out 20 to sweep AngelsAngels star Mike Trout finished 0 for 11 with nine strikeouts in a three-game series and Los Angeles hitters fanned 20 times overall in a 4-2 loss to the Houston Astros.
Verlander dominates, Castro homers, Astros beat Mets 2-0
Read full article: Verlander dominates, Castro homers, Astros beat Mets 2-0Justin Verlander pitched two-hit ball for eight innings, light-hitting backup catcher Jason Castro lined a two-run homer in the ninth and the Houston Astros beat the Mets 2-0 to send New York to its first three-game losing streak this season.
Yankees hitless thru 6 innings vs Astros day after no-hitter
Read full article: Yankees hitless thru 6 innings vs Astros day after no-hitterHouston Astros starter José Urquidy has thrown six hitless innings against the Yankees, a day after teammate Cristian Javier and two relivers combined on a no-hitter against baseball’s top team.
Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks in 3-0 win
Read full article: Astros' Javier, bullpen combine to no-hit Yanks in 3-0 winCristian Javier, Héctor Neris and Ryan Pressly combined on the first no-hitter against the New York Yankees in 19 years, shutting down the best team in baseball and pitching the Houston Astros to a 3-0 victory.
Verlander pitches Astros to 3-1 win, ends Yanks' home streak
Read full article: Verlander pitches Astros to 3-1 win, ends Yanks' home streakJustin Verlander pitched four-hit ball over seven innings, Kyle Tucker hit a three-run homer and the Houston Astros beat the Yankees 3-1 to stop New York’s 15-game home winning streak.
Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdown
Read full article: Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdownAaron Judge lined a game-winning single on the eve of his salary arbitration showdown, capping a four-run ninth inning that included Aaron Hicks’ tying three-run homer off closer Ryan Pressly in the New York Yankees’ 7-6 victory over the Houston Astros.
Astros 2 immaculate innings, Maldonado 3 RBIs to beat Texas
Read full article: Astros 2 immaculate innings, Maldonado 3 RBIs to beat TexasAstros starter Luis Garcia and reliever Phil Maton each threw an immaculate inning — nine pitches, three strikeouts — and Martín Maldonado keyed a six-run first inning that sent Houston over the Texas Rangers 9-2.
Marlins run win streak to 5 with 5-1 win over Astros
Read full article: Marlins run win streak to 5 with 5-1 win over AstrosThe Miami Marlins got a solid start from rookie Braxton Garrett and Jon Berti drove in two runs to help them extend their winning streak to five games with a 5-1 victory over the Houston Astros.
Benches clear in 9th, Servais tossed as Mariners beat Astros
Read full article: Benches clear in 9th, Servais tossed as Mariners beat AstrosMariners manager Scott Servais was ejected for his role in a benches-clearing scuffle in the ninth inning of Seattle’s 7-4 win over the Houston Astros, a game in which Cal Raleigh had a career-high four RBIs and Julio Rodriguez hit a late two-run shot.
Houston rockets: Astros hit 5 HRs in 2nd, rout Red Sox 13-4
Read full article: Houston rockets: Astros hit 5 HRs in 2nd, rout Red Sox 13-4The Astros tied the MLB record for most home runs in an inning, hitting five off Red Sox starter Nathan Eovaldi as part of a nine-run second to help Houston rout Boston 13-4.
Verlander loses no-hitter in 8th, Astros beat Twins 5-0
Read full article: Verlander loses no-hitter in 8th, Astros beat Twins 5-0Justin Verlander missed out on his fourth no-hitter by five outs but still faced the minimum through eight innings, and the Houston Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 5-0 for their eighth straight win.
Ohtani overpowers in 2-way performance, Angels blank Astros
Read full article: Ohtani overpowers in 2-way performance, Angels blank AstrosTwo-way star Shohei Ohtani pitched perfect ball into the sixth inning, tied a career-best with 12 strikeouts and also had two hits and two RBIs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Houston Astros 6-0.